LINE NEXT announced a partnership with Smilegate to bring a Web3-based digital item trading platform called NEXT Market. This feature will be integrated directly within the MMORPG LORDNINE: Infinite Class which is coming soon to Southeast Asia.
About LORDNINE: Infinite Class
LORDNINE: Infinite Class is an MMORPG developed by NX3 Games and published by Smilegate. Game It has a customizable character progression system with over 49 ability tags and supports over 60 class combinations.
Players can freely switch weapons and skills during combat to customize their style of play. After launching in Korea in July 2024, the game briefly topped the Google Play and App Store rankings. With this reputation, the launch of servers in the Philippines and Thailand is expected to attract a wider base of new players.
The arrival of NEXT Market at LORDNINE
NEXT Market is designed as an in-game item marketplace that uses blockchain technology to ensure transparent transactions. You can sell, buy, or trade items with other players through a 1:1 matching system linked directly to your game account.
The platform supports transactions using the USD₮ (USDT) stablecoin whose value tracks the US dollar. The stablecoin is issued on the Kaia blockchain network. Youngsu Ko, CEO of LINE NEXT, said, "LINE NEXT aims to build a global trading ecosystem based on item ownership and secure trading through NEXT Market."
Launch Focus in Southeast Asia
New server LORDNINE: Infinite Class will launch in the Philippines and Thailand in summer 2025. These two countries are the first regions to gain official access to NEXT Market. The selection of the Southeast Asian market takes into consideration the high number of players active in the MMORPG community.
With the presence of this platform, players can take advantage of digital item trading opportunities officially without relying on third-party services.
Play-and-Earn Strategy and Reward System
NEXT Market not only offers item trading, but also a reward system for active players. You can get rewarded with USD₮ stablecoins by completing certain missions in the game.
Details on missions and rewards will be announced alongside the opening of new servers in Southeast Asia. These stablecoin-based rewards provide real economic value that can be utilized outside of the game.
NEXT Market's Future Expansion Plans
After the initial launch phase, LINE NEXT and Smilegate plan to add more collectible items to the NEXT Market. The addition of these items aims to expand the variety of commerce and support the growing player economy.
Content expansion steps will be announced in more detail once the platform has stabilized on Southeast Asian servers.
For more information about LORDNINE: Infinite Class, you can visit LORDNINE official website.
Source: official press release
